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Monday, August 20, 2012

Blogger Lunch & Swap Party

It is always so special any time a bunch of bloggers and friends get together. You can't imagine all the talk, laughter and squealing.

Laura at Decor To Adore hosted a get together for a group of us ladies to bring gently used decor items that we were no longer using and everyone could swap. Such a fun idea, plus she served the greatest lunch. Look at this fabulous placesetting she made for each place. How fun and creative is this. To read the whole story you need to visit Laura here. She has more pictures ( I borrowed these from her) and tells the whole story of the swap party and shows all her fabulous decorations. Plus today is her Birthday, so be sure to go tell her Happy Birthday.

A decor swap party is such a great idea and so fun. All of our swap items were placed on a big table and then we were each given a number so we could pick something new. Whatever was not taken during the swap would be donated to a charity for battered women and children. What a fun idea. We get to shop each others house all from one spot. Oh, and I forgot to mention, you could steal. If someone picked what you wanted, then when your turn came you could steal. Toooooooo fun.

My breakfast table is my favorite, it is 54" round without leaves and with the 4 leaves I can seat 12. It has had many wonderful family gatherings around it. Because of it's size, sometimes it is hard to find tableclothes that will fit, and especially vintage ones. They seemed to be a lot smaller. Laura collects gorgeous vintage and antique linens and she put a few things out for the swap pile. I just fell in love with this wonderful Christmas Tablecloth. How perfect is this. Don't you just love this pattern.

The poinsettias on the corners are stunning and such beautiful colors and the gold pine cones. Love it.

Just look at the wonderful detail of these Christmas ornaments on the garland that goes all around the whole cloth.

So pretty and one I can use without all the leaves.

Since it was the day before my birthday, I was spoiled and got to pick first. Laura also had a fabulous cupcake with a candle and they all sang Happy Birthday. Pretty spoiled.

My friend CK @ Thinkin' of Home and I usually have lunch and do gifts on each others BD, since she was at the party, she brought mine. Can you believe this gorgeous piece. She found a fabulous treasure.

A silver centerpiece to hold flowers and candles. Stunning detail and I love the petal design around the top of the bowl.

See the fabulous flower frog inside. Isn't this the prettiest thing.

The frog comes out and then you could fill the bowl with fruit for a different centerpiece. Now you know that I am going to use this constantly. Love it. Thanks CK, you are the best.

I couldn't wait to get home and put some flowers and candles in it. I have it sitting on the buffet for now. The next time I have dinner guests, won't this be stunning with some gorgeous fresh roses and beautiful cream colored candles.

I sat it on the dining table and it looks fabulous there too. Such a wonderful piece and such a precious gift.

We all had a fabulous time at the party, lunch was delicious and we got to see Laura's GORGEOUS new house. Just wait 'til she posts pics. It is beautiful.

Don't forget about my BD giveaway. Click on the button on my sidebar for these two fabulous books. You will love them. Entries end on 8/24

I read Laura's post about her swap, Marty; it sounds like it was a lot of fun! You got a great swap item. That tablecloth is perfect for your table. You got a great gift too! I could see tht with some poinsettias, greenery and maybe little ornaments hanging off the candle holder portions to go with your new tablecloth. I know you will come up with lots of vignettes to use it in!

HI MARTY!!!OH NOW I REALLY FEEL SAD I missed out.......darn my busy schedule......your table settings were so cute and You are right LAURA is indeed so crafty and every detail even down to the smallest one is perfect!!!I love your new tablecloth!!!!OH wow....it is indeed gorgeous!!!!HUGS,jamieand HAPPY LATE BIRTHDAY.....did I see this on Facebook?????

Marty,What a fun day, indeed! So~o~o glad you had a birthday treat and were first to choose! Your birthday gift with the candles and flowers is stunning! Thanks for sharing fellow bloggers and fun times!!!Fondly,Pat

What a fun afternoon! That table cloth is beautiful and I love the pretty gift Ceekay gave you, it looks beautiful with the candles and flowers and it's going to be fun changing it out with all the upcoming holidays. Happy Birthday Marty!!

Your decor swap sounds like a gift swap we have at Christmas time with our Bunco group!...It sounded like you girls had so much fun....What a great idea for a get together...and what a great gift...It is just beautiful...she knows how much you love silver....Happy Birthday...hope you had a great one!!

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Hi, I'm Marty. Welcome - Moving back closer to family finds us transforming our "Builder Basic" into a home that reflects our lifestyle. Careful planning, tons of DIY and a sharp eye for design can turn any house into your dream even if you have a small budget. I share it all, the successes and failures. We love to entertain so you'll find a few tried and true recipes and entertaining ideas too.